EVENT NEWS
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August 6, 2020
Onewheel World Championship Race Promises to be a Must See Event
(Utah Mountains – August 6, 2020) Future Motion, maker of the popular Onewheel electric boards, today announced the details of its 2020 edition of Race for the Rail—an off-road Onewheel race that will take place at an undisclosed ski resort in the mountains of Utah. The finals will be broadcasted...
August 6, 2020
Col de la Croix-de-Coeur Virtual Race by Tour de Stations – Experience The Climbs of Swiss Marmotte Series from Home
The toughest one-day cycling race in the world takes place In the heart of the Valais Alps. The Tour des Stations traverses the enchanting landscapes of Valais, from the vineyards to the high mountains, crossing natural pastures, small authentic villages, and internationally recognized resorts. The outdoor event was just sold...
August 5, 2020
New timing equipment helped a major mountain bike event adapt to Coronavirus restrictions
The largest annual mountain bike festival in Austria -- the “Salzkammergut Trophy” -- normally attracts more than 5,000 participants from over 40 nations. Due to the COVID-19 Pandemic, the 2020 event was facing possible cancellations, race refunds, and lost sponsorships. Instead, the organizer redesigned the event and created a new...
August 5, 2020
Registration Open for the 2021 DICK’S Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon Weekend of Events
PITTSBURGH, PA – Registration for the 2021 DICK’S Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon Weekend of Events is officially open. Runners of all abilities are encouraged to register for the weekend of events scheduled for April 30 - May 2, 2021. New this year, the weekend of events is introducing a second...
August 5, 2020
2022 IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship Coming To Taupō, New Zealand
TAMPA, Fla. / TAUPŌ, New Zealand (Aug. 5, 2020) – IRONMAN announced that Taupō, New Zealand has secured the right to host the 2022 IRONMAN®70.3® World Championship, a two-day event that will take place on December 10-11, 2022. Taupō was originally set to host the 2020 edition of the IRONMAN 70.3...
August 4, 2020
BYOB: Runners must carry own bottles for trash-free Shonan Marathon
For the first time ever, marathon runners will cover the entire 42.195-km course while carrying something in their hands: their own bottles. In order to reduce waste, participants will run with their own bottles or cups, periodically refilling them from drink stations, with runners required to start the race with...
August 4, 2020
The Great American Outdoors Act has become law
One of the largest conservation bills drafted in recent memory was signed into law today, ending a months-long process. The Great American Outdoors Act guarantees mandatory, permanent financing of the Land and Water Conservation Fund at $900 million a year and earmarks $1.9 billion annually for the next five years...
August 4, 2020
USA Cycling Collegiate National Championship Update
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. – USA Cycling has spent the last few months speaking with colleges, teams and Conference Directors while monitoring the decisions of other college-based sports and organizations across the country. In addition, we have considered a number of options to hold safe and viable Collegiate National Championships for...
August 4, 2020
Pro Runners Keep Tradition and Participate in Virtual Fleet Feet Liberty Mile
PITTSBURGH (August 4, 2020)– Even though the make-up of the race is different this year, the 2020 Fleet Feet Liberty Mile will still challenge participants to run their fastest (and most fun) mile virtually. America’s best milers will also be joining in this year’s virtual elite field, which challenges them...
August 3, 2020
Over 9,000 Participants From 88 Nations Register to Take Part in Rock ‘N’ Roll VR14
TAMPA, Fla. (August 3, 2020) – More than 9,000 people from 88 nations and 47 states stepped up the virtual start line in the 14th edition of the Rock ‘n’ Roll® Virtual Running™ (VR™) Series. Rock ‘n’ Roll VR14 gave participants the opportunity to challenge themselves with two different race...